FAQ
Got questions? Chances are you’re not alone. Here are answers to some of the common ones we receive:
We have made the difficult decision to temporarily close our facilities until it is safe to reopen. We will reassess the process of reopening them safely and as public health recommendations allow. Below you will find details on refund policy for classes and studio access cancelled during the closure period.
All scheduled activities during this period are cancelled. All classes scheduled to begin prior to June 14, 2020 will be cancelled completely and 100% refunds will be offered. Questions should be sent to info@pratt.org.
For those in a position to do so, we are asking you to consider converting your refund into a tax deductible donation. The road to recovery for Pratt will be long and every dollar makes a difference. If that option is of interest to you please email Ryan Davis, Director of Business & Operations, at rdavis@pratt.org.
Refunds will be returned to you either via the card you made your original purchase or by check. Thank you for your patience as we work through an unusually high volume of processing.
COVID-19 presents many challenges for all of us. Thank you for enrolling at Pratt Fine Arts Center and understanding the necessity of closing our campus to keep our community safe and minimize the impact of this pandemic on our region. We look forward to seeing you in our studios again soon.
In the meantime, stay well and take care.
General FAQs:
How do I register for a class?
You can register online or in-person at our main reception desk. Payment is required at the time of registration.
Can teens register for adult classes?
Classes listed in the studio sections are intended for adults 18+. Under certain circumstances, exceptions can be made to enroll students 16+, please contact us at info@pratt.org to request more information. For teen classes, please click here.
How can I find out what supplies I need for my class/workshop?
After you register, you will receive a list of required supplies if any are required. If you need to purchase supplies prior to the first day of class, you should also receive a list of art supply stores where you can buy them. Contact the front desk if you have any questions at info@pratt.org.
Do I have to be a member to take classes at Pratt?
No, you don’t. However, Master Level members receive a 10% discount on all classes. Learn more about the benefits of membership.
Can I get an academic degree at Pratt?
No. Pratt is a non-accredited community arts center and therefore you cannot earn an academic degree. However, students have complete flexibility in pursuing their art education. Students may take as many or as few classes as they want and go in any direction they choose.
Can I get a tour of Pratt’s studios?
Absolutely! Please contact our front desk, 206-328-2200 or info@pratt.org, and make an appointment to take a tour of our studios.
Does Pratt close due to bad weather?
Pratt follows Seattle University’s weather closure policy. Call 206.296.2200,or go to SU’s website.
Is parking available at Pratt?
Yes. Free parking is available in our parking lot and on neighborhood streets.
What is your policy for withdrawals and refunds?
If Pratt cancels a class or significantly alters a class a full refund will be issued. Students who wish to withdraw from a class voluntarily, must contact the Front Desk by phone at 206.328.2200 or email at info@pratt.org and request to be withdrawn. Students who withdraw from a class at least ten days prior to its first meeting will receive a 90% tuition refund. Please note that all classes consider 10% of tuition to be a non-refundable deposit in cases of withdrawal. Refunds will be issued within 14 business days from the date of withdrawal. Students withdrawing fewer than ten days from the first day of class are not eligible for a refund.
What does it mean to be on Pratt’s waitlist?
As soon as a class fills at Pratt, additional students are put on a waitlist. If an enrolled student drops that class, waitlisted students will be contacted to see if they are still interested in taking the class.
Can I transfer out of one class and into a different one?
Pratt is unable to facilitate transfers between classes. If a student notifies the Pratt front desk of withdrawal 10 days more before the start date of the original class, Pratt can issue a 90% refund and the student can re-register for a different class either online or in person at their convenience.
Do you offer one-on-one instruction?
Indeed! Pratt offers Custom Classes for students interested in designing a specialized hands-on learning experience. Make your creative experience happen when the time is right for you. Let us know what you’d like to do by sending an email to info@pratt.org.
